Corporate Secretary executes and maintains all required official corporate filings, documents, reports and records according to applicable laws and regulations. Responsible for shareholder relations, communicating with Board members and coordinating shareholder lists and registrations. Being a Corporate Secretary researches and responds to shareholder requests for information. Manages the coordination of Board and shareholder meetings and the preparation of all necessary agendas and documents required for the meetings. Additionally, Corporate Secretary the incumbent in this role is usually an officer of the corporation. May require a Juris Doctor degree. Typically reports to top management. The Corporate Secretary manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Corporate Secretary typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The position is responsible for protecting ACC’s legal interests and operations, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The position is also responsible for overseeing ACC’s Legal Services staff. The position serves as the chief legal officer for ACC and the Board of Directors, including managing and overseeing Executive Committee and Board operations. The position reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer.
Major duties and responsibilities include:
■ Develops and deploys legal strategy, including offensive and defensive litigation as well as collaborates with technical and policy staff to provide input on regulations and legislation that could impact the business of chemistry.
■ Manages legal risk to ACC, including political and lobbying compliance and oversees contracts between ACC and outside parties.
■ Oversees corporate governance of ACC, including Board and Board Committee processes and serves as the Corporate Secretary to the organization.
■ Serves as a member of the ACC senior management team and maintains responsibility for coordinating and aligning with other ACC departments/divisions.
■ Oversees overall organizational compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, including antitrust risk.
■ Serves as Chief Compliance Officer, including oversight and management of ACC’s Code of Ethics and Conduct program.
■ Oversees selection, retention, management and evaluation of all outside counsel. Oversees the employees within the Legal Services department, including establishing performance objectives, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating employee development for direct reports.
■ Directs the development of annual legal operational budget.
Must have
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the bar to practice law
12 years’ experience as an attorney.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $350,000.00 - $450,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
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